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Special Council Meting
November 9, 2010, 5:30 p.m.
Mayor Slavik called a Special Meeting of the Plymouth City Council to order at 5:38 p.m. in the
Medicine Lake Conference Room, 3400 Plymouth Boulevard, on November 9, 2010.
COUNCIL PRESENT: Mayor Slavik, Councilmembers Willis, Stein, Black (5:47 p.m.),
Murdock, Bildsoe (6:00 p.m.), and Johnson.
ABSENT: None.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Ahrens, Police Chief Goldstein, Community Development
Director Juetten, Fire Chief Kline, Deputy Fire Chief Springer, Public Works Director Cote,
Parks and Recreation Superintendent Evans, Administrative Services Director Portner, and
Deputy City Clerk Tiegs-Roussell
2011-2015 Capital Improvement Program
The Council reviewed the proposed Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for 2011-2015.
Councilmember Bildsoe inquired about the two fire engine pumpers in the Central Equipment
Fund. Fire Chief Kline responded that the two pumpers have been delayed previously and now
are slated for 2011 replacement.
Councilmember Johnson asked the question regarding the city council chambers upgrade.
Administrative Services Director Portner clarified that the current broadcast equipment is
antiquated and will be funded in part by a grant through Channel 12. There will also be lighting
upgrades to improve meeting video and audio. He discussed the fiber optic telecommunication
interconnect project in 2012 regarding and partnering with Wayzata School District.
Councilmember Black and Bildsoe would like to know how much of Plymouth is currently
covered with fiber optic, what are future needs for businesses, and if they are interested in
linking. Administrative Director Portner will follow-up to obtain that information.
Councilmember Willis spoke to the proposed upgrades and questioned the current usage of the
skate park. Recreation Superintendent Evans stated the current park is an outlet for teens but
needs upgrades. She stated the enhancements will increase interest and usage and encourage
teens to use the facility instead of commercial parking lots.
Councilmember Willis questioned the dog park improvements. Recreation Superintendent Evans
stated the park is heavily used. Parking lot improvements are needed and for future consideration
a turn lane off County Road 47. Councilmember Johnson questioned the funds for the dome turf
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replacement. Recreation Superintendent Evans responded the funding is available and an
upgrade is needed. Recreation Superintendent Evans stated that repairs are a necessity in order to
extend the life of the turf for as long as safely possible.
The Council asked about the field lighting replacement projects. Administrative Services
Director Portner stated the light replacement is scheduled over a four year period with sodium
lighting being replaced with halite for better efficiency. He suggested the project be authorized
under one contract for cost savings with an inter -fund loan.
Mayor Slavik asked for specifics on the County Road 101 water tower refurbishment. Public
Works Director Cote stated that cleaning the tower inside and outside along with painting will
deter corrosion.
There was a brief discussion regarding street improvements, funding for railroad crossings, and
Lancaster Lane improvements.
Council will continue discussion on the CIP immediately following the regular Council meeting
at a special meeting on November 23, 2010.
Adiournment
Deputy Mayor Bildsoe adjourned the meeting at 6:55 p.m.
Tiegs-Roussell, beputy City Clerk
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